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Maine Mass Shootings: Tragedy Unveiled in Timeline and Manhunt for Suspect

10:53 26.10.2023

Card, and to ensure the safety of the public," Sauschuck said. "We are asking for your patience, your cooperation, and your understanding as we work through this very challenging and evolving situation.". Thursday: 6 a.m.: Shelter in place order expands again. Maine State Police announced on social media at 6:13 a.m. that the shelter in place order was being extended to include the town of Bowdoin, where Card is from. The city of Auburn, which borders Lewiston, has also advised residents to shelter in place. Numerous schools in the area are closed, according to local CBS affiliate WGME-TV. 8:30 a.m.: Authorities hold news conference. Officials held a news conference at Lewiston City Hall at 8:30 a.m. to provide updates on the ongoing investigation. Maine Governor Janet Mills confirmed that 18 people were killed in the shootings and another 13 were injured. She expressed her condolences to the victims' families and praised the quick response of law enforcement. "Our hearts are broken for the families affected by this senseless tragedy," Mills said. "We will do everything in our power to support them and ensure that justice is served.". Maine Public Safety Commissioner Mike Sauschuck provided more details about the shootings, stating that they began shortly before 7 p.m. at Schemengees Bar and Grille and Sparetime Recreation, which is now called Just-in-Time Recreation. He confirmed that a children's bowling league was taking place at the time of the shooting at the bowling alley, and there were children among the injured. Sauschuck also confirmed that the person of interest in the case is Robert Card, a 40-year-old resident of Bowdoin. He described Card as armed and dangerous and urged the public to report any sightings to the authorities. Sauschuck added that Card had recently reported mental health issues and had threatened to shoot up the National Guard base in Saco. He also mentioned that Card has connections to Massachusetts, and law enforcement agencies in the state have been alerted. The news conference concluded with a plea for the public's assistance in locating Card and bringing him to justice. The manhunt for Card continues, with law enforcement agencies across Maine and neighboring states working together to apprehend him. Schools in the area remain closed, and residents are urged to stay indoors and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. As the community mourns the loss of 18 innocent lives, questions linger about what could have motivated such a horrific act of violence. Authorities are diligently investigating the case and will provide updates as more information becomes available.

/ Thursday, October 26, 2023, 10:53 AM /

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